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A few prominent CFS clinicians have talked about imbalances of neurotransmitters that could benefit from antidepressants, even in the absence of clinical depression. In my case, my moods seem to change like the weather. I work (from home, pacing myself); I have goals; I have interests that I enjoy; and I am not thinking about suicide. On the other hand, I feel like $#!* every day - tired, in pain, brain fog, etc. (you know the score). However, in addition, I have days with really really low mood. I have not had a decent night's sleep since I came down with CFS after a virus in March. Could this be the effect of chronic sleep deprivation - utter exhaustion? Chronic pain? Is this depression? Would I benefit from an antidepressant?
(I'm actually laughing while I write this, because it seems so chaotic and confusing. My apologies: I don't mean to trivialize this.)
In any case, if this sounds familiar to any of you or you have already been down this path, I would love to hear your thoughts or advice about depression and the use of antidepressants.
As always, Thanks!
-Matt
(I'm actually laughing while I write this, because it seems so chaotic and confusing. My apologies: I don't mean to trivialize this.)
In any case, if this sounds familiar to any of you or you have already been down this path, I would love to hear your thoughts or advice about depression and the use of antidepressants.
As always, Thanks!
-Matt